Even at 40, LeBron James is still killing it, outpacing the younger guys in the NBA and breaking records like it's nothing. After hitting the insane milestone of 50,000 career points, even Stephen A. Smith, a longtime Michael Jordan fan, is starting to think the GOAT debate might be settled. With

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and Luka Doncic leading the way, the Los Angeles Lakers are cruising with a 40-21 record. Has King James finally taken the lead over Jordan for good?

Stephen A. Smith's recent backing of LeBron James as the greatest of all time is a game-changer in the long-running debate that has kept basketball fans talking for ages. Smith, who typically champions Michael Jordan, admitted that LeBron's consistent performance and recent milestones have made the discussion pretty much pointless. He pointed out how incredible it is that James is still in peak condition at 40, often outshining much younger athletes.

LeBron James achieved his 50,000 career points through consistent athletic output and adaptable approaches and his never-ending dedication to succeed. His career points total represents 17,332 points during his time with the Cleveland Cavaliers from 2003 to 2010 and 10,257 with the Miami Heat from 2010 to 2014 followed by 10,360 points with the Cleveland Cavaliers from 2014 to 2018 then 12,084 points for the Los Angeles Lakers beginning in 2018. His ability to shine in multiple team structures can be seen through his varied scoring numbers across different clubs.
LeBron James keeps showing everyone that age doesn’t define performance. This season, he’s averaging 24.8 points, 8 rebounds, and 8.6 assists per game, which just goes to show he’s still at the top of his game.

The Lakers' decision to acquire Luka Doncic has created a thrilling alliance with LeBron James, pushing the team to new levels of success. They’ve started strong with an 8-2 record and are putting up some jaw-dropping stats. Remarkably, they’re the first pair in Lakers history to combine for 200 points, 50 rebounds, and 50 assists in their first ten games together.
The chemistry among the players has been crucial for the Lakers, who are rocking a 40-21 record and sitting pretty in the Western Conference. With James steering the ship and Doncic adding his unique flair, they’re definitely setting their sights on a championship.
The debate about who the greatest basketball player ever is has shifted a bit with LeBron James hitting some major milestones lately. Sure, Michael Jordan's perfect 6-0 record in the NBA Finals and his higher scoring average are still impressive, but LeBron's consistent performance, adaptability, and success in different eras make a strong case for him.
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